Sip Cocktails In Your Own Private Heated Igloo At The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess In Arizona
By Katie Lawrence|Published November 18, 2020
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
The words “igloo” and “Arizona” aren’t often used in the same sentence, but this year, the desert is getting icy. This winter, you can sip cocktails in a heated igloo at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess’ annual Christmas spectacular. It might be an unconventional way to celebrate the season here in the Valley, but you’ll never forget the experience.
Each holiday season, the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess transforms into a winter wonderland.
Still going strong after 11 years, Christmas at the Princess is a beloved tradition for thousands of Arizona families. Over a dozen attractions, from rides to homemade s'mores to an ice bar for the grown-ups, there's something for kids one to ninety-two.
A whopping 4.5 million lights adorn every inch of the resort, and there are two ways to experience the magic.
Either take a leisurely stroll on your own time, or hop on the Princess Express Train for an incredible journey through the festive displays—including a 17-foot-long tunnel complete with glittering bulbs galore.
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An additional 70,000 lights on the Princess' iconic Christmas tree dance in time to 18 classic holiday tunes.
These climate-controlled igloos are the perfect way to hang out with your crew safely. The adjoining heated patio will give you all the warm and cozy feels, and dazzling lights everywhere you look promise to leave you in childlike, wide-eyed wonderment.
What better way to kick back than with an adult beverage?
It may look a bit out of place amidst the vast Arizona desert landscape, but that only further amplifies the enchantment. The cost is $32 per person, with a $7 discount if you bring your own skates.
Escape the Valley yet again with Polar Glide, a four-lane snow tubing hill.
Would you hang out in a Winterland Igloo at the Princess? Let us know your thoughts in the comments, along with any other unique holiday attractions in Arizona worth checking out. For one of our favorites, click here.
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